1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
